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By Steve Friess, special for USATODAY.com
 ATTRACTIONS
As weird and risqué as Las Vegas seems and promotes itself to be, it’ll never bore you and it might even teach you a thing or two. Yes, there’s art and culture in the heart of the neon jungle if you know where to look. Read more

 HOTELS
A Las Vegas resort is more than a place to sleep; it’s a one-stop-shop for entertainment, dining and relaxation. And all is available at a variety of prices, even if the luxury spots get all the ink. Read more


 DINING
Long gone are the days of Vegas as the land of gross buffets and cheap surf-n-turf. With its fleet of celeb chefs and sensational décor, this is a culinary Mecca on scale with New York and San Francisco. Read more


 SHOPPING
Bring your charge card and maybe an extra, empty suitcase. All the big names are here now, both down the hall and down the street from your hotel room. Read more


 NIGHTLIFE AND ENTERTAINMENT
Surreal spectacles dominate both on the Vegas stage and in the sensational nightclub venues, but there are also some earthy and elegant offerings among the flash. Read more


 FITNESS AND RECREATION
It’s not known as a town for health nuts, but there’s more to exercising in Las Vegas than repeat trips to the buffet carving station. Outdoor wonders and top-notch spa treatments await, too. Read more


 TRANSPORTATION
From how to navigate the fifth busiest airport in the United States to how to navigate the Las Vegas Strip, a primer on what to do when you get here. Read more


 DAY TRIPS
Vegas is a hop, skip and jump to some of the greatest natural wonders of the West. With any luck, there won't be another soul in sight. Read more


 RECOMMENDED EVENTS
Want to experience a great festival, museum exhibit or other upcoming local event? Plan your trip to Las Vegas around one of our picks. Read more

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